1993 Ford Escort LX review from North America
"It has paid for itself in Usage!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed New clutch at 285,000 Km
Timing Belt broke at around 320,000 Km.
Needed new radiator at 350,000 Km.
New rear shocks at around 370,000 Km.
Have changed the battery only once.
Gone through 2 starters.
Brakes have had to be replaced far too often. (Worst problem with this vehicle)
Problem with locks seizing in spring 2002.
General comments?
At 431,000 Km and still on original engine.
Still does not burn any oil. Uses about 1 Liter of Oil for about 5000 Km.
Oil Changed Every 5000 Kilometers.
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| High performance family car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1993 |
| First year of ownership | 1994 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.9 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 53 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 431000 kilometres |
| Previous car | N/A N/A |
| Date of Entry | 6th September, 2002 |